First Responder Protocols (Notes)

Blunt traumatic arrest w/out signs of life or shockable rhythm (AED) does not require CPR. If injuries are incompatible w/ life, rhythm does NOT have to be determined. ... Airway manipulation can cause V-fib with hypothermic pts. Do NOT pronounce dead until warmed. ... Once you have removed a strip from the vial, you have 3 minutes to complete ... ................
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